News on Potato Cultivation from Northern America

February 05, 2019

Developing smarter equipment for potato farming

Ahmad Al-Mallahi, working at Dalhousie University since October as the McCain Research Chair and assistant professor in the Department of Engineering, is working on sensors and automation to make potato farming smarter.

February 04, 2019

Potato Processor Cavendish Farms imports millions of pounds of potatoes to P.E.I.

Prince Edward Island French Fry Manufacturer Cavendish Farms is importing a larger than usual amount of potatoes from other parts of Canada and the United States to make up for a local shortfall in supply.

January 29, 2019

East Idaho Potato growers barely break even, according to University of Idaho report.

Idaho potato farmers are getting paid about the same amount for their spuds as they're investing in raising them, according to a University of Idaho Extension agricultural economist's report, presented during the Idaho Potato Conference.

January 09, 2019

Bayer - Build a Foundation for Plentiful Potatoes

Build a Foundation for Plentiful Potatoes Tempting tubers get their good looks and heavy weights from healthy roots.

November 26, 2018

Potato Harvest Canada cut short by severe frost.

United Potato Growers of Canada has released an update on the potato crop in the various provinces of Canada.

November 09, 2018

Belgian Potato Equipment manufacturer AVR announces new dealers in Canada

AVR bvba, a Belgian manufacturer of agricultural potato equipment, has enlarged its dealer network in Canada with 3 new dealers offering their entire range of equipment.

Cavendish Farms argues that legal limits on the size of PEI family farms are too restrictive

November 03, 2018

Cavendish Farms says legal limits on the size of PEI family-owned potato farms are too restrictive

On Prince Edward Island the Lands Protection Act limits the maximum size of land a landowner or corporation can own. Robert Irving, president of processor Cavendish Farms said current limits should be doubled, so potato farmers can increase their yields.

Prince Edward Island potato growers at the mercy of the elements

October 30, 2018

Potato Harvest Prince Edward Island may last till mid November

A cold spring, dry summer and wet fall are the recipe for a late end to the potato harvest on Prince Edward Island. It may take until mid November before all farmers are finished.

October 16, 2018

Cold, wet weather threatens potatoes in Red River Valley

With low temperatures from last week expected to linger into this week, harvest is not looking good for potato farmers in the Red River Valley

October 16, 2018

Manitoba Potato Growers Cautiously Optimistic

This year has been a difficult one for potato producers in the Portage region. Shifting weather extremes have made both growing and harvesting difficult at times.

September 16, 2018

United Potato Growers of Canada releases latest crop update

United Potato Growers of Canada has released an update on the potato crop in the various provinces of Canada.

Leavitt Farms recognized as top potato grower for McCain Foods Easton

September 03, 2018

Leavitt Farms recognized as Champion potato grower for McCain Foods Easton

The Top 10 Potato Growers for the McCain Foods Easton, Maine French Fry plant were recognized at the annual McCain Grower Barbecue at the Presque Isle Inn and Convention Center in Presque Isle last month

Wada Farms partners with Genesis to improve organic potatoes availability

August 30, 2018

Wada Farms improves year-round availability organic potatoes in partnership with Genesis Organics

Wada Farms announced this week it has entered into a strategic partnership with organic potato packer Genesis Organics located in Southern Idaho.

McCain Foods Recognizes Carl Crandlemire As Champion Grower; a 28 year partnership

August 29, 2018

Carl Crandlemire named Champion Potato Grower for the McCain Foods Florenceville-Bristol plant

Carl Crandlemire was named the 2017-2018 McCain Champion Potato Grower for Florenceville-Bristol, NB.

August 28, 2018

Alsum Farms & Produce Celebrates 45 Years Of Continued Growth With Farm Field Days

Potato Grower, Packer and Shipper Alsum Farms celebrates its 45 years anniversary with Farm Field Days

August 28, 2018

Environmentally friendly farming practices used by nearly 33% of world’s farms

Nearly one-third of the world’s farms have adopted more environmentally friendly practices, while continuing to be productive (sustainable intensification), according to a global assessment by 17 scientists in five countries.

August 13, 2018

Washington potato growers struggling to keep up with demand

The Washington State Potato Commission, headquartered in Moses Lake, Washington, has been pleasantly surprised by the weather and its impact on this year’s potato crop in the state.

August 12, 2018

Range of potato experiments underway at Maine Research Farm (Aroostook)

Farmers, researchers and members of the public gathered at the University of Maine’s Aroostook Research Farm in Presque Isle last Wednesday to learn about the latest in potato research.